Patches of Light is dedicated to assisting families in Tonganoxie, KS, who are navigating the challenges of catastrophic health issues and financial hardship. Our mission focuses on providing essential financial assistance, including help with utilities, housing costs, and gas and grocery cards, ensuring that families can find relief during difficult times. To maintain the utmost confidentiality and integrity, our application process requires that submissions come directly from hospital staff involved with the family, allowing us to verify the circumstances while protecting sensitive information. We recognize the urgency of these situations and aim to process applications within 2-3 weeks. Communication is key, so we encourage medical staff to confirm the arrival of each application via email, ensuring efficient processing and timely support for those in need. Patches of Light is here to lighten the load for families facing tough times, working closely alongside the medical community to provide the critical assistance they deserve.

The Grant Program by the American Childrens Cancer Benevolence Fund (ACCBF) in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to providing essential financial support to families facing the challenges of childhood cancer and to those who are cancer survivors within four years of remission. This compassionate program offers assistance for a range of needs, including housing expenses, utility bills, food, medical treatments, prescriptions, and even transportation or lodging related to medical care. Each benevolence request is evaluated individually, ensuring that support is tailored to the unique circumstances of each family based on the funds available. Approved requests are paid directly to service providers, allowing families to focus on what truly matters during this difficult time.

Practical Abortion Fund in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to assisting individuals in the Midwest who are seeking safe and legal abortion care. We understand the challenges surrounding this journey and offer holistic support that includes travel coordination, financial assistance for logistics like transportation, lodging, food, childcare, and medical needs, as well as emotional support. While we do not fund abortion procedures directly, our mission is to alleviate the burdens associated with accessing care by connecting clients with relevant resources and funding options. To ensure timely assistance, we encourage those in need to reach out at least five days prior to their required services. Our compassionate Intake Coordinators are committed to responding within 24 hours, ensuring that each individual receives the support they deserve.

At the Team Buddy Forever Foundation, we understand the overwhelming challenges faced by families in Tonganoxie, KS, who are navigating the difficulties of pediatric brain cancer and Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG). Our mission is to provide essential financial support during these trying times, helping ensure that families can focus on what truly matters—their child's health and well-being. We offer financial assistance that can cover crucial expenses, including medical bills not covered by insurance, mortgage or rent payments, car payments, utility bills, and even travel costs to and from treatments. Our commitment is to ease the financial burden so families can dedicate their energy to supporting their children through treatment and recovery.

The PNH Patient Travel Assistance Fund, located in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to supporting individuals diagnosed with Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) by offering essential financial assistance for travel-related expenses. Each year, eligible patients can receive up to $800 to facilitate visits to PNH specialists or seek a second opinion, ensuring they have access to the specialized care they deserve. Funds can be allocated for various travel expenses, including airfare, ground transportation, lodging, meals, and co-pays for medical consultations and tests not covered by insurance. We understand the challenges faced by PNH patients and allow grantees to travel with a companion, ensuring they have the support they need during these critical journeys for their health and well-being.

The Emergency Client Assistance Program in Tonganoxie, KS is dedicated to supporting individuals and families facing chronic poverty, low income challenges, and unemployment, including the elderly and homebound. Our mission is to provide essential assistance that creates a stabilizing impact during times of crisis. We offer a range of critical services, including emergency shelter, food assistance, clothing, and help with utility and medical bills, as well as support for education and job-related needs. Our goal is to empower those in need and help them navigate through difficult times with dignity and care.

MOVE! Weight Management Program, located in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Veterans through comprehensive weight management and health promotion initiatives. Our mission is to provide tailored support that meets the unique needs of each Veteran, ensuring they have access to a variety of obesity treatment options. Annually, we screen every Veteran receiving care at VA facilities for obesity and connect them to appropriate weight management services, which include group sessions, telephone lifestyle coaching, and our innovative TeleMOVE! platform for in-home support. Additionally, we offer the MOVE! Coach mobile app for those who prefer a self-managed approach, as well as weight loss medications and bariatric surgery for Veterans facing ongoing challenges with weight-related issues. To embark on your weight loss journey with MOVE!, please reach out to your local MOVE! Coordinator or VA provider for assistance.

At Home Health Services, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and skilled care to residents of Tonganoxie, KS, and the broader Kansas City area, supporting individuals recovering from injury, chronic illness, or surgery in the comfort of their own homes. Our comprehensive program includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, advanced illness management, IV therapy, wound care, telehealth home monitoring, mental health support, nutrition services, medical social work, and assistance from home health aides. We are committed to ensuring that you receive the personalized care you need, and we accept most major insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid. To begin receiving our services, please consult with your physician to ensure an order for home health care.

The Outreach Center in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to serving veterans in the Kansas City metro area with a comprehensive suite of supportive services designed to enhance their well-being. We offer critical food assistance through our food and hygiene kits, as well as free transit options with the RideKC Veterans Pass, ensuring veterans can access the resources they need. Veterans can also receive personalized support with our appointment-based services, which include rent and utility assistance, employment support, counseling referrals, housing referrals, case management, and dental care. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment where every veteran can find the assistance necessary for a successful transition and improved quality of life.

The Area Agency on Aging's Nutrition Program in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to providing nutritious meals that enhance the well-being of seniors in our community. We understand the unique challenges faced by seniors who are temporarily or permanently homebound due to physical or mental impairments, and we are committed to serving those individuals through our home-delivered meals service, Meals on Wheels, as well as offering welcoming congregate meal options for seniors who are able to join us at our nutrition sites. To access our Meals on Wheels service, seniors must complete a home-delivered meal application, available for download online. For those interested in dining at one of our nutrition sites, a simple call to the Area Agency on Aging office will get you started. While we appreciate donations to support our meal program, they are not required, as our primary mission is to ensure that every senior has access to healthy, nourishing food.

The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to empowering individuals aged 55 and over to live independently in their own homes while receiving comprehensive care. Our mission is to provide a wide range of essential services, including medical appointments, hospital visits, behavioral health support, and access to dental and vision care. We also offer pharmacy services, medical transportation, home support, nutrition services, and day center care to ensure our participants' needs are fully met. By emphasizing a tailored approach, PACE allows individuals to maintain their quality of life without the need for nursing home placement, all while facilitating payment options through Medicaid and Medicare for eligible participants. For those who do not qualify, we offer flexible payment plans based on income, reinforcing our commitment to making long-term care accessible for everyone.

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to combating food insecurity by providing free USDA commodity foods to low-income households across Kansas. Our mission is to ensure that every family has access to essential nutrition through our regular food shipments, which occur five to six times a year. We partner with local organizations to deliver a variety of nutritious foods such as canned vegetables, fruits, juices, meats, cereals, peanut butter, nonfat dry milk, and pasta. Each household can receive between four to ten different food items per distribution. To access this vital food assistance, clients are encouraged to apply in their home county, ensuring that help reaches those who need it most in our community.

The Kansas Food Assistance Program (SNAP) in Tonganoxie, KS, is dedicated to supporting low-income households by providing essential food benefits and access to a nutritious diet. Through the SNAP program, eligible individuals receive a Kansas Benefit card, allowing them to purchase food conveniently while also receiving guidance on how to fill out applications and determine eligibility. In addition to financial assistance, SNAP offers free classes focused on nutrition, cooking, and physical activity, empowering our community to lead healthier lives. We are here to help you nourish your family and make informed choices about food.